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Madewell had their March roll-out this week. From what I’ve been told in the past, they have new arrivals a week after J Crew. I’ve been more interested in Madewell since we had a store open late last year. I try to at least walk-through when I stop at J Crew since it is right across the street.

I like the Medallion Print but have tried on a similar styled tee before from Madewell that fit awful. The arms were way too tight and sizing up only made the body even bigger. That won’t stop me from trying on the Silk Refined Tee in Medallion Print.

Can we get a YAY for wide-leg pants please? I have always loved them, especially when they are cropped so I’m really hoping the Highsmith Trousers work for me. I probably look really short in them but with heels I think they are fabulous.

The Shirred Maxi Dress looks so promising. I think because of the shirring and pleating I’ll be able to size to a Small. I like that the lining stops at the knee, though I’m not sure how sheer the white dress will look.

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I have yet to add a pair of Madewell shoes to my closet but The Thea Sandal in Suede and the Vivian D’Orsay Loafer both look promising. 

What’s caught your eye in the Madewell March roll-out?

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My favorite roll-out of early Spring Collection has to be from Boden. From the shoes and blouses to the pants and dresses, everything is just so pretty. I can’t even pick a favorite. I do like the Polperro Top but it does look like it will not fit broad shoulders very well. There’s an image on the site where it looks like it is cut tight across the chest on the model.

I would love to get the Bistro Short in the Breton Stripe. I do need some new Wideleg Jeans and maybe pair them with the Marion Top in Mandarin/Navy Stripe. And how easy to wear is the Broderie Jersey Dress. I’d be comfortable all Spring. Lastly, I thought I wanted the Seatown Shirtdress in Navy Big Dot but I love the colors and stripes of the Multi Blues Stripes.

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And how cute are these shoes? The Vienne Point Flat comes in a variety of solid colors as well as two in stripes.

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Dina, over at My Superfluities Blog is my go-to gal for all things Boden, including fit and reviews. I want to look as good as she does when she wears her Boden.

What has been your favorite roll-out from retailers? Waiting on late Spring or Summer? All shopped out?

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Madewell had new arrivals for Spring today and I really liked quite a few items. The Silk Journey Dress in Porcelain Floral is not new but I still love it. One of my favorite J Crew skirts is the Porcelain Paisley Pencil Skirt. The Shirred Organza Top in Gingham look so pretty but also very sheer. I love Midi Skirt but sadly they are Maxi Skirts on me, unless they are Petite. That’s really too bad and I love the Trench Midi Skirt. The little hippie in me loves the Flea Market Flares in Carl Wash.

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There were also a few accessories I preferred as well. Now that my hair is longer, I think hats look better on me so the Straw Fedora Hat should work out nicely this Summer. I’ll add the Cirque Layering Necklace to my jewelry collection since I’m such a fan of already-put-toghether layering necklaces. I’ve seen a lot of versions lately of the Sylvain Heel, with the peep-toe/slingback/block heel combination. I hope I find it in-store to try on. 
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I really like these latest new arrivals from Madewell. Especially over the latest J Crew arrivals. I haven’t been in the store to try on anything. It all seems so un-inspiring. And I’ve been busy with re-decorating as well as assisting in planning a Baby Shower. 
Have you had an opportunity to peruse the new Madewell arrivals? What has caught your eye? 

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Banana had a new arrival roll-out this week and they are so much more appealing to me than J Crew’s latest. At a glance, Ann Taylor also seems to have some pretty new items too.

The Quilted Crew Pullover looks pretty cute and cozy but also seems like something I’d wear once, maybe twice, and move on. The Back Cutout Cropped Top is BRs version of the J Crew Swoop Top. Husband saw the Punk Floral one on someone on TV the other night and made a comment about it being “old lady looking”. He thinks the printed tops and cardigans are “old lady”, whatever that means.

The Seamed Ponte Fit-and-Flare Dress looks beautiful in Red, though it has an exposed back zip. I thought those would have already faded away. I’m all over those Preslie Caged Sandals, especially in the Black Cotton/Snakeskin print. And I can manage that 3 1/2 inch heel, at least for a few hours. I wonder how well the Tea Rose color will blend against my skin-tone?

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What are you picking from the new Banana Republic arrivals? 

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Kate Spade had new arrivals show up on the website yesterday and the only item I am lusting over are the Boardwalk Wedges. These cute little wedges are perfect for Summer. The denim will go with everything.

How pretty would they look with these dresses? 
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These are definitely my first pick for Summer. 

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